Nonsurgical repositioning of central venous catheters.
Radiology
; 165(2): 329-33, 1987 Nov.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-3310092
ABSTRACT
Long-term central venous catheters are placed for total parenteral nutrition and/or chemotherapy. These catheters are placed surgically and fixed to the subcutaneous tissues. Complications include infection, venous thrombosis, and mechanical problems. The authors developed a method to percutaneously reposition displaced central venous catheters. The procedure is performed with fluoroscopy and modified angiographic techniques. Fifteen patients underwent a total of 17 procedures. The initial success rate was 76%; the final success rate was 88%. Many central venous catheters can be salvaged with this low-morbidity procedure, which negates the need for surgical intervention.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Catheterization, Central Venous
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Angiography
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Punctures
Limits:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Radiology
Year:
1987
Type:
Article